1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 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 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 1972 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Vega | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
