1977 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1609 | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | 1609 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
