2004 Lexus IS vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus IS | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | IS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
