2005 Morgan Roadster vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Roadster | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | Roadster | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |