1997 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | L 200 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |
