1960 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morgan 4 | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |