1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1965 Morris Minor 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno, 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Uno | Minor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1302 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |