1999 Morgan 4 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 1999 Morgan 4 and 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 640 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.
Because 1999 Morgan 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 1999 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 has automatic transmission and 1999 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1999 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan 4 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Morgan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 4 | 166 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |