1948 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Minor | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Minor | GT |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2600 mm |