2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Express | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |