1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | Spider | 4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |