1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
Because 1995 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Meteor | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Meteor | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |