1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1987 Renault 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Morgan Plus 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 4, 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
