1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 50 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 554 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | Plus 4 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |