1958 Morris Minor vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | 440 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
