1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 568 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | Spider | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |