1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 40 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 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1364 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 | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
