2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 438 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Grande Punto | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| 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 | 119 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
