1973 Morris 1800 vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 1977 Renault 20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1973 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1977 Renault 20 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris 1800 | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | 20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
