1959 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
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 | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |