1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 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 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Fiesta | 44 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |