1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Mini Moke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Mini Moke (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Mini Moke weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Mini Moke, 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 Morris Mini Moke (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Mini Moke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 29 L |
