1959 Morris Minor vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |