1953 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 55 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 735 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 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Minor | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2690 mm |
