2005 Lada 110 vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Morgan 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 1955 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110, 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, 2005 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 110 | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lada | Morgan |
| Model | 110 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
