1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano (46 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Minor weights approximately 202 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | Minor |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 785 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 22 L |
