1976 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Taft (66 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 298 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Taft. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Taft | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Taft | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2440 mm |