1970 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 TVR 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR 1600 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Morgan 4 | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Morgan | TVR |
Model | 4 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |