1961 Morgan 4 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morgan 4 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
