1969 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 42 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 249 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 1969 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 1969 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
