2004 Lancia Phedra vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (127 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 905 kg more than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1989 Morgan Plus 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 1989 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lancia Phedra | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lancia | Morgan |
Model | Phedra | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |