1950 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 310 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Minor | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Minor | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
