1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1955 Morris Minor

To start off, both 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 and 1955 Morris Minor were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 1955 Morris Minor
Make Alfa Romeo Morris
Model 1900 Minor
Year Released 1955 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 947 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4750 RPM
Top Speed 180 km/hour 116 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 762 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 22 L


 

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