1949 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T weights approximately 541 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Concept T |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
