1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
