1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1972 Morgan 4 and 1972 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 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 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morgan 4 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | 4 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |