1979 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Morgan 4 | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
