1958 Morgan 4 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 345 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morgan 4 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Carina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |