1970 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1970 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Minor | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Morris | Audi |
| Model | Minor | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
