1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 50 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 792 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, 2009 Nissan Versa, 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
