1968 Fiat Dino vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1972 Morris 1800 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Dino | 1800 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |