1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 255 kg more than 1953 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Alfetta | Minor |
Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2190 mm |