2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Centauri | Minor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
