1960 Morris Minor vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morris Minor weights approximately 58 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2340 mm |
