1996 Audi S6 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | S6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
