1956 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Minor | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2300 mm |
