2005 Morgan Roadster vs. 1991 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 120 more horse power than 1991 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1991 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 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 1991 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Roadster | 1991 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Morgan | Morgan |
| Model | Roadster | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
