2003 Morgan 4 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 45 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45, 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
