1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1988 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1988 Morgan Plus 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 1988 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1988 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | 33 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
