1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (96 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt, 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, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Colt | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
