1958 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 568 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2578 mm |