1981 Ford Capri vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 580 kg more than 1955 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, 1981 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Capri | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
