1969 Audi Variant vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Audi Variant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Audi Variant weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, 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, 1969 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | Variant | Minor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
