1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Vega | 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
