1956 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 780 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan 4 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
