1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 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 GTV (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | GTV | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |