1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 515 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Impala | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2700 mm |
