1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 400 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton 400, 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1998 Proton 400 | |
Make | Morgan | Proton |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 400 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |