1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Morgan 4

To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 936 kg more than 1968 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1968 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1968 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Fairlane 1968 Morgan 4
Make Ford Morgan
Model Fairlane 4
Year Released 1991 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3949 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 660 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2450 mm


 

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