1951 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 Fiat 1400. 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, 1975 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 1400 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
