2006 Morgan 44 vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan 44 | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Morgan | Venturi |
Model | 44 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |