1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1956 Morgan 4

To start off, 1973 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 965 kg more than 1956 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 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 1973 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ford Fairlane 1956 Morgan 4
Make Ford Morgan
Model Fairlane 4
Year Released 1973 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5766 cc 1171 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2100 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2450 mm


 

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