1999 Audi R8 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 46 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 580 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Minor weights approximately 823 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Audi | Morris |
Model | R8 | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 54 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |