1983 Ford Granada vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 555 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Granada | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
