2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1994 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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Morgan | Morgan |
| Model | 44 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1790 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
