1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan 4 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Alfasud | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
