1956 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 57 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1128 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2774 mm |
