1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 1976 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 754 kg more than 1976 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Valiant | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |