1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1972 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, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
