1951 Morris Minor vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1962 Volvo 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Volvo 120 (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Morris Minor | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Minor | 120 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |