1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2003 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2003 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Terios. 2003 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2003 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Morgan | Daihatsu |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Terios |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
