1964 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 595 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morris Minor | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
Model | Minor | Jetta |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |