1973 Morgan 4 vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morgan 4 | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
