1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Maverick | 44 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
