1994 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius, 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan 4 | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
