1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Alfasud | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
