1972 AMC Matador vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 514 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, 1972 AMC Matador (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AMC | Morgan |
Model | Matador | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |