1958 Alvis TD vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alvis | Morgan |
Model | TD | 4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |