1961 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 50 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 549 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 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Touran |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
