1998 Ford Puma vs. 1952 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 248 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma, 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, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Puma | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |