1966 Holden EH vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden EH weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Morgan 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, 1966 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4. 1966 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden EH | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | EH | 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |