1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 33 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), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | GT | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |