1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | Alfetta | 44 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |