1959 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 46 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 661 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, 2005 Volvo V50, 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | V50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2650 mm |
