2004 Morgan 4 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 554 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan 4 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Morgan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
