1958 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 49 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 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 67 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Citi |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
