1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Fiesta | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
