1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Morgan |
| Model | G4 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 50 L |
