1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Scorpio | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
