1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 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 Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Nova | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |