1963 Holden EJ vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden EJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 214 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 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, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden EJ | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | EJ | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
