1982 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1982 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 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Morgan 4 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Morgan | Morgan |
| Model | 4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
