2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 255 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Strada | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
