2001 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
