2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
