1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Buick Riviera 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800, 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Riviera | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
