2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Frontera | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
