1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Giulia | Minor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
