1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Sapporo | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
