1988 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 33 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |