1968 Ford 17 vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 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, 1996 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | 17 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |