1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | GT | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |