1975 Audi 50 vs. 1970 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 5 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Minor weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Because 1970 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 1970 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1970 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1970 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 50 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
