2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 837 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Morgan 4. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Mustang | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
