1954 Morris Minor vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 153 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2480 mm |
