2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 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 34 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Strada | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 800 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
