1958 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 47 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 915 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2850 mm |
