1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Morris Minor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1967 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 1100 | Minor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |