1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 128 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Alfasud | 4 Plus 2100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
