1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris 1800 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 146 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
