1958 Morris Minor vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Morris | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Minor | 164 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
