1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 98 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Lancer | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
