2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Morgan |
| Model | 3111 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
