1987 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 355 kg more than 1987 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Morgan 4 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |