1959 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1271 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Minor | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Routan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
