1959 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan Plus 4 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | Plus 4 | Cherry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |