2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Because 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2005 Morgan Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | 156 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
