1996 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Morgan | Scion |
| Model | Plus 4 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
