1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 46 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 397 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| 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 | 88 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 | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
