1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
