1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1995 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Morgan Plus 4 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 1995 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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, 1995 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1995 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Festiva | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |