1975 Audi 50 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Audi 50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 50 (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Audi 50.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi 50, 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, 1975 Audi 50 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | 50 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
