1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (118 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | 190 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
