1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | Plus 4 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2120 mm |
