1948 Morris Minor vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 541 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Golf |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
