1955 Morris Minor vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1973 Audi Fox is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 150 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox, 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, 1973 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | Fox |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
