1954 Morris Minor vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 52 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 709 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, 2006 Volvo S60, 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | S60 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2720 mm |
