1963 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1963 Morris Minor
To start off, both 1963 Lancia Fulvia and 1963 Morris Minor were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1963 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1963 Lancia Fulvia (116 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Fulvia | 1963 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lancia | Morris |
Model | Fulvia | Minor |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |