1958 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 386 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Bora |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
