1961 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 569 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
