1953 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 59 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 939 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 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Minor | S60 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |