1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 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 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Valiant | 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |