1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1951 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Alfetta | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 790 kg |
