1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 38 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Maverick | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
