1958 Morgan 4 vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 48 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 621 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, 2006 Seat Toledo, 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morgan 4 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Morgan | Seat |
Model | 4 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |