1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan 4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
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:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Disco Volante | 4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
