1981 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Morgan 4 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Morgan | Venturi |
| Model | 4 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
