1961 Morgan 4 vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1963 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 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, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morgan 4 | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
