2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 745 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Berlina | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
