1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Morgan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | 146 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
