1967 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30, 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Minor | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | C30 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
