2004 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 910 kg more than 1979 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 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Berlina | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Berlina | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
