2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 58 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1216 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Patriot | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
