1981 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 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, 1959 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Granada | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |