1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 900 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | Commodore | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |