2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1975 Morris 1800
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 40 kg more than 2000 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, 1975 Morris 1800 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1975 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | 146 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
