1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Lancer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
