2000 Morgan 4 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Morgan 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Morgan 4 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
