1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Morris 1800 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 467 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 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 1972 AMC Ambassador. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Ambassador | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
Make | AMC | Morris |
Model | Ambassador | 1800 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |