1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Colt weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Colt | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
