1969 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 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 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 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, 1969 Ford Capri (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Capri | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |