1970 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1970 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morgan 4 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
