1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 591 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | Avensis |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |