1976 Morgan 4 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Morgan 4 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
