1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 8 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (54 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800.
Because 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 200 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
