1963 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 636 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Minor | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Minor | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
