1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1986 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1959 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat Uno | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Uno | Minor |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |