1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | GTV6 | 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |