1957 Morris Minor vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 506 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (195 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
