1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1955 Morris Minor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 413 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.
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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 1500 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 22 L |
