1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | Spider | 44 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |