1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Statesman | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
