1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 198 kg more than 1964 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Tempra | Minor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
