1962 Morris 1100 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1962 Morris 1100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Rover P4 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 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100, 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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris 1100 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
