1957 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 853 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 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Minor | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | A6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
