1948 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 64 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 969 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 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | S60 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |
