2004 Morgan 4 vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 112 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan 4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan 4 | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | 4 | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |