1971 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 655 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, 2010 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Minor | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Minor | Camry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
