1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Morris 1800 (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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, 1975 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | 127 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
