1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 450 kg more than 2005 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Valiant | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
