1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 41 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Publica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
