1956 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 855 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2890 mm |
