1961 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | V50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
