1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Morgan 4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Morgan 4 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Morgan | Skoda |
Model | 4 | 440 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |