1956 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 41 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 630 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 1997 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan 4 | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Morgan | Plymouth |
| Model | 4 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
