1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1968 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Uno | Minor |
Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |