1967 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 180 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Yaris |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |