2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Morgan | Rover |
| Model | Aero 8 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
