1954 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 58 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 783 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 2012 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor. 2012 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | A3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
