2000 Ford Ka vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ka weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4.
Because 1987 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 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1987 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Ka | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
