1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 17 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 243 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1955 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Junior | Minor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 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 |