1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Morris Minor weights approximately 144 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1952 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Abarth | Morris |
| Model | 1300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 803 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2190 mm |
