2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1957 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 238 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Spark | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |