1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Morris Minor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Minor weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 1971 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
