1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 738 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Morgan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Plus 4 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1939 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
