2005 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1955 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 1955 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A6 | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
