1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1968 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1968 Zastava 1300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1968 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Morgan | Zastava |
| Model | Plus 4 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
