1958 Morgan 4 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Super 5 (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Super 5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
