1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Newport is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Newport | 4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
