1970 Morgan 4 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morgan 4 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Morgan | Buick |
| Model | 4 | Century |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
