1995 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4.
Because 1995 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 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Morgan 4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
