1990 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Morgan 4 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Morgan | Porsche |
Model | 4 | 914 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |