1962 Morris 1100 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 260 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Morris 1100 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | 1100 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
