1976 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Spider weights approximately 324 kg more than 1976 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Morgan 4 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
