1962 Morris Minor vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 225 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Santana |
Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |