1989 Morgan 4 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1989 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Morgan 4 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
