1955 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Nano (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Nano should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan 4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano.
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, 1955 Morgan 4 (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan 4 | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Morgan | Tata |
Model | 4 | Nano |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |