2001 Ford Ka vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ka weights approximately 55 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ka | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Ka | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |