1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | Giulietta | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |