1978 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 27 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 440 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Morgan 4 | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | 4 | 44 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |