1956 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 665 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 S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 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 S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 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 S3 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | S3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
