1975 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior weights approximately 240 kg more than 1948 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1948 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Junior | Minor |
Year Released | 1975 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 790 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 |