1951 Ferrari 212 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 1975 Morris 1800 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 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 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800, 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ferrari 212 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 212 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
