1949 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Minor | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Minor | 146 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 916 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
