1999 Lada Samara II vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Samara II weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II, 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | Samara II | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
