1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Morgan 4.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | GT | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2450 mm |
