2002 Infiniti FX vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1985 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Morgan 4. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1985 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1985 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti FX | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Morgan |
| Model | FX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
