1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 183 kg more than 1955 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Junior | Minor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |
