1986 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1986 Holden Commodore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Holden Commodore weights approximately 585 kg more than 1958 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Commodore | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Commodore | 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
