1985 Morgan 4 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 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, 1964 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Morgan 4 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
