1979 Ford Capri vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 112 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 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, 1979 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Capri | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
