2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | GAZ | Morgan |
Model | 3111 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |