2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 796 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Colorado | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |