1958 Morgan 4 vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 34 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 1958 Morgan 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21, 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, 1992 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
