1994 Fiat Uno vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1994 Fiat Uno is newer by 30 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), 1994 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Uno (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Uno weights approximately 96 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, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Uno | 1964 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Uno | Minor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 828 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 |
