1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 212 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Lancer | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
