1966 Morris Mini Moke vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 554 kg more than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Mini Moke | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morris | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Moke | Golf |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
