1978 Morgan 4 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Morgan 4 | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Morgan | TVR |
Model | 4 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |