1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 458 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
