2005 Morgan 44 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica.
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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 44 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | 44 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1790 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |