1983 Buick Electra vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | Electra | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
