1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 56 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1700 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 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |
