1951 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 53 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 775 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, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Minor | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Passat |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
