1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Morgan | Ford |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2648 mm |
