1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | 164 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
