1974 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 546 kg more than 1974 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Morgan 4 | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | 4 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
