1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 54 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 Plus 2100 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |