1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1960 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 145 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 792 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 |
