1969 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Capri | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |