1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 268 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Tipo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
