1960 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 47 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 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
