1965 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 274 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena, 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, 1965 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Morris | Fiat |
| Model | Minor | Siena |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
