1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 995 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | Cordoba | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |