1958 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 517 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Morgan 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note, 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, 2008 Nissan Note (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morgan 4 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Note |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
