1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 Morgan 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 1956 Morgan 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 33 | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |