2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 656 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | GTV | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2190 mm |
