2004 Audi A3 vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 51 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 620 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, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
