1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 1974 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Nova | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
