1956 Morris Minor vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 595 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Morris | Renault |
| Model | Minor | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2350 mm |
