2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 733 kg more than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Morgan Plus 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 1951 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mondeo | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1951 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |