2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 41 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1130 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Astro | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |