1956 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan 4 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Morgan | Dodge |
| Model | 4 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2764 mm |
