1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 33 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |