1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1957 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alpine | Morris |
Model | A 310 | Minor |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |