1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 351 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Brava | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |