1995 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escort | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
