1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 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 48 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1967 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1967 Morgan 4 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 | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Cordoba | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
