1962 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1490 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 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3001 mm |
