1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | Spider | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 306 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |