1999 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Ka weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4.
Because 1973 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 1973 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka, 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, 1973 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Ka | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
