2009 Lada 111 vs. 1950 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Lada 111 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 111 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 111 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morgan Plus 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 1950 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 111, 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, 1950 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 111. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1950 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 111 | 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Lada | Morgan |
Model | 111 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |