2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alpina B 10 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | B 10 | Minor |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |