1955 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1959 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, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morgan Plus 4 | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | Plus 4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |