1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 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 1958 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 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
Model | 33 | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |