1951 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 193 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.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
