1997 Morgan 4 vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Morgan 4 | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
