1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1041 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 2010 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2010 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Morgan | Dodge |
| Model | 4 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |
