1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 19 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, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1972 Morgan 4 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 1972 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
