1985 Audi 200 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1985 Audi 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200, 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 200 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 22 L |
