1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 450 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | Plus 4 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
