1961 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 704 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1961 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morgan 4 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
