1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1952 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 556 kg more than 1952 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1952 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Spider | Minor |
Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 774 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |