1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | 155 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
