1989 Ford Corsair vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Morgan 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Corsair | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
