1980 Morgan 4 vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, both 1980 Morgan 4 and 1980 Renault 14 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 14 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4.
Because 1980 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Morgan 4 | 1980 Renault 14 | |
Make | Morgan | Renault |
Model | 4 | 14 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |