1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 700 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morgan 4 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |