1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 927 kg more than 1959 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Chevelle | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |