2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Prizm | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |