2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 638 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 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 Mitsubishi Colt (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
Model | Colt | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2088 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |