1990 Morgan 4 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan 4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Morgan 4 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
