1973 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 661 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morgan 4 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
