2009 Jeep Patriot vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 930 kg more than 1961 Morgan 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 1961 Morgan 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Patriot | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Patriot | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
