2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 48 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 575 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 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Sedici | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
