2004 Morgan 4 vs. 1977 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Triumph TR7. (92 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Morgan 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, 1977 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan 4 | 1977 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Morgan | Triumph |
| Model | 4 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
