1991 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Morris 1800 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Applause. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Daihatsu Applause | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
| Model | Applause | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
