1956 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 40 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 700 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.
Because 1956 Morgan 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan 4 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
| Model | 4 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
