1977 Ford Granada vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 592 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 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 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Granada | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
