1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 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 103 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Morgan | Renault |
| Model | Plus 4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
