1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,355 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (149 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
Model | Giulietta | Minor |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1355 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 66 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |