2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 899 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Aveo | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
