1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Duna | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2190 mm |
