1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | GT | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
