Morgan 4/4 1600
The quintessential British roadster, combining pre-war aesthetics with Ford Crossflow reliability.
- Power
- 84 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.1 s
- Top speed
- 100 mph
- Est. value
- $18k–$38k
About the Morgan 4/4 1600
The Morgan 4/4 1600 represents the longest-running production model in automotive history, with the 1980 variant featuring the venerable Ford Kent Crossflow engine. Built on a traditional steel ladder chassis with an ash wood frame supporting the hand-beaten aluminium body panels, it offers a visceral, wind-in-the-hair driving experience. By 1980, the model had gained modern concessions like aluminium bumpers and improved lighting, yet it retained the sliding-pillar front suspension design dating back to 1910. Collectors value these cars for their mechanical simplicity, ease of maintenance, and the pure, analogue connection they provide to the road.
Morgan 4/4 1600 specs
The Morgan 4/4 1600 produces 84 bhp (63 kW) and 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.1 seconds and has a top speed of 100 mph (161 km/h).
| Make | Morgan |
|---|---|
| Model | 4/4 |
| Generation | 1600 |
| Trim | 1.6 |
| Years | 1968–1993 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 3,511 built |
| Engine | 1.6-litre Ford Kent Crossflow inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,599 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 84 bhp (63 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.1 s |
| Top speed | 100 mph (161 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 737 kg (1,625 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 114 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Morgan 4/4 1600 worth?
A typical Morgan 4/4 1600 is estimated to be worth $18,000 – $38,000 (about £13,000 – £28,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Morgan 4/4 1600 rarity in CarSpot
The Morgan 4/4 1600 is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Morgan 4/4 1600 fun facts
- The '4/4' name stands for four wheels and four cylinders, distinguishing it from Morgan's earlier three-wheeled cyclecars.
- Despite its 1930s appearance, the 1980 model year saw the introduction of aluminium body panels as standard to reduce weight and prevent corrosion.
- The sliding-pillar front suspension used in 1980 is virtually identical in principle to the design patented by H.F.S. Morgan in 1910.