1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan 4 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Because 1994 Morgan 4 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 1994 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint, 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Sprint | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
