1964 Morgan 4 vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 600 kg more than 1964 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morgan 4 | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
