1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 21 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 353 kg more than 1954 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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. 1975 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1954 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Morgan | Chrysler |
| Model | Plus 4 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
