1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Morgan | Triumph |
Model | Plus 4 | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |