2005 Lada 110 vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 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, 1979 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada 110 | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lada | Morgan |
Model | 110 | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 660 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 |