1966 Morris 1800 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 32 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, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris 1800 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Morris | Rover |
| Model | 1800 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
