1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 128 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
