1956 Morgan 4 vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 Morgan 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, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morgan 4 | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
Model | 4 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |