1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Morris Minor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Minor weights approximately 241 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1969 Morris Minor (81 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1969 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 750 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 52 L |
