1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 1978 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4.
Because 1978 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Fiesta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
