1955 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 57 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 628 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Touran |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |