1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna, 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 Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Duna | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
