1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1949 Morris Minor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 916 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Morris Minor (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Minor weights approximately 255 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
