1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Morgan 4

To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Mustang (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 610 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Mustang 1959 Morgan 4
Make Ford Morgan
Model Mustang 4
Year Released 1990 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2301 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2450 mm


 

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