1969 Morgan 4 vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morgan 4 | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | 4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
