2005 Morgan Roadster vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Roadster | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
