1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Minor weights approximately 42 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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 Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Seicento | Minor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
