1968 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Hilux (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 574 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Minor | Hilux |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |