1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1959 Morris Minor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 1400 | Minor |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |