1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1957 Morgan Plus 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 1957 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400, 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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 1996 Proton 400 | |
Make | Morgan | Proton |
Model | Plus 4 | 400 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |