1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1950 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor.
Because 1950 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1950 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Dardo | Minor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
