1990 Morgan 4 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 150 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
