1959 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 645 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 Bravo, 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 Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo 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 Bravo | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Minor | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2610 mm |
