2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Stilo | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
