1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1957 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Triumph TR3. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1957 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Triumph TR3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1957 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Morgan | Triumph |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | TR3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |