2007 Mahindra Scorpio vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Morgan |
| Model | Scorpio | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
