1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1996 Morgan 4 and 1996 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 Morgan 4 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 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Morgan 4 | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | 4 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |