2001 Morgan 4 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Morgan 4 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2740 mm |