2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
