1959 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan 4 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
