1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1986 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 309 kg more than 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvair | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |