1989 Audi 100 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 100 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 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 |
