1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Sunbird | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
