1949 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 63 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 619 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD, 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | GTD |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2578 mm |
