1974 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Morgan 4 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |