1956 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 358 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morgan Plus 4 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | Plus 4 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2087 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |