1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 27 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 81 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Toyota Sera, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Sera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |