1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 39 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Spider | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
