1960 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan 4 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
