1989 Fiat Vivace vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 1989 Fiat Vivace is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 23 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1989 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Vivace | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Vivace | Minor |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |
