1981 Morgan 4 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1981 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Morgan 4 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Corona |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |