1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 1968 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Fiat 124 (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1950 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 124 | Minor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 27 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2190 mm |