1992 Fiat Tempra vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Fiat Tempra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Fiat Tempra (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Tempra | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Tempra | Minor |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
