2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 360 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea, 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Idea | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
