1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1964 Alpine A 110 is newer by 5 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 250 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alpine | Morris |
| Model | A 110 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
