1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 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 41 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
