1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1973 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | Plus 4 | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 194 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 | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
