1986 Morgan 4 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Spider weights approximately 171 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Morgan 4 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | 4 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
