1948 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 58 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 414 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 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Polo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
