1955 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 58 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1375 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |
