1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 35 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 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
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, 2000 Rover 45, 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Morgan | Rover |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 45 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |