1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 13 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 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 1951 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1951 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Fiesta | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
