1966 Morris 1800 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris 1800 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
