2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1969 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 826 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1969 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Alpina | Morris |
| Model | Roadster | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
