1959 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 52 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 1,984 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 508 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1404 mm |