1987 Morgan 4 vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1987 Morgan 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4.
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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Morgan 4 | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Morgan | Morgan |
Model | 4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |