1992 Ford Orion vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1992 Ford Orion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Orion weights approximately 195 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Orion, 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Orion. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Orion | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Orion | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |