1949 Holden FX vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Holden FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Holden FX weights approximately 92 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | FX | 4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |