1969 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 552 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
