1965 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 614 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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Morris | Seat |
| Model | Minor | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
