1959 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Morris | Fiat |
Model | Minor | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |