1982 Maserati 420 vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati 420 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | 420 | 4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |