2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Montero | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
