1977 Fiat X1-9 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1977 Fiat X1-9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat X1-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat X1-9 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat X1-9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat X1-9 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Fiat X1-9 (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat X1-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat X1-9 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | X1-9 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
