1962 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 50 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris Minor | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | TT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
