1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Spider (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | Spider | 44 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
