1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris 1100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Fiesta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
