2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1831 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Express | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
