1976 Morgan 4 vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 26 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 514 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Morgan 4 | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Morgan | Panoz |
| Model | 4 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
