1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1996 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Caprice | 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |