1996 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1997 Nissan Presea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 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 8 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Presea weights approximately 60 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, 1997 Nissan Presea, 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 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Morgan 4 | 1997 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Morgan | Nissan |
Model | 4 | Presea |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |