1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 388 kg more than 1959 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
Model | Lancer | 4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |