1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1951 Morris Minor
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (152 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1951 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1951 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1951 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 156 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
