1974 Morgan 4 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1112 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 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Morgan 4 | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
