1959 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan Plus 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 1959 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
