1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 145 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
