1966 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 767 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Morris | Lexus |
| Model | Minor | IS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
