2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Minor weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1964 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 1964 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Seicento | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | Seicento | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |