1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1960 Morgan Plus 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra, 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
