1956 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 55 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 1120 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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 A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | A6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2842 mm |
