1958 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 715 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Minor | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Morris | Fiat |
Model | Minor | Croma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |