2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 715 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Kuga | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |