2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Terios | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
