1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Alfetta | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
