1971 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 777 kg more than 1971 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Minor | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
