2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 515 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Morgan |
| Model | GT | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
