1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Morris 1800 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 1967 Morris 1800 (136 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1967 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morris |
| Model | Spider | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
