1954 Ford 12 M vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford 12 M | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | 12 M | 4 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |