1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1958 Morris Minor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 1400 | Minor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 66 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 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 |