1954 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 368 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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 MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Minor | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
