1953 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
