1965 Morris Minor vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morris Minor | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Solara |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |