2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 42 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 745 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 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Wrangler | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
