2003 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan 4 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
