1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Morgan 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1974 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Imperial | 4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
