1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1952 Morris Six
To start off, 1964 Abarth 700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Six weights approximately 650 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Morris Six (134 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1952 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1952 Morris Six | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 700 | Six |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
