1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 9 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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 Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Vivace | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Vivace | Minor |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2190 mm |