1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 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 Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Nova | 4 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
