1954 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 56 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 968 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.
Because 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Morgan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Plus 4 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
