1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 41 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 163 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.
Because 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 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 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, 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, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 Plus 2100 | Echo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |