1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 1750 | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |