1975 Morris 1800 vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1975 Morris 1800 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800, 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, 1975 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris 1800 | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | 1800 | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
