2005 Audi A6 vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2190 mm |
