1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Publica |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |