1956 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Minor | 440 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |