2001 Morgan 4 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
