1949 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 60 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1517 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 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Passat |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |