1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 1969 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Datsun 1800 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1969 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 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Datsun | Morgan |
| Model | 1800 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
