2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 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, 1979 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 4 | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Morgan | Triumph |
Model | 4 | TR7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |