2009 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 478 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Focus | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |