1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 15 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR Type S weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1987 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Morgan | TVR |
| Model | 4 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2300 mm |
