1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1967 Morris 1800 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1952 Austin-Healey 100 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 1952 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Morris |
| Model | 100 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
