1977 Morgan 4 vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1977 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,854 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 288 kg more than 1977 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, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Morgan 4 | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
