2007 Morgan 44 vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan 44 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan 44 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Morgan 44 | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
