1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 1966 Morris 1800 is newer by 10 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Morris 1800 (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 1400 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
