1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 26 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 14 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
