1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 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, 1979 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler 160 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
Model | 160 | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |