1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1959 Morris Minor

To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 1959 Morris Minor
Make Alfa Romeo Morris
Model 2600 Minor
Year Released 1963 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 36 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2190 mm


 

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