1957 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 51 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 558 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Jetta |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |