2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 842 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Patriot | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
