1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 549 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | 6C | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
