1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Morgan 4 would be higher. Both 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1981 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 366 kg more than 1981 Morgan 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Lancer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
