1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento (41 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris Minor weights approximately 148 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1962 Morris Minor (67 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1962 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Cinquecento | Minor |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
