1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 1992 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1992 Rover 800 | |
Make | Morgan | Rover |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 800 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |