1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 318 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Tipo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 792 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 |
