1981 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Capri | 4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
