1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1956 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1956 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1956 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Caprice | 4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |