1959 Morgan 4 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
