1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 26 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1953 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Alfasud | Minor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
