1956 Morgan 4 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 50 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morgan 4 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
