2007 BMW 116 vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris 1800 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800, 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, 2007 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 116 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
