1950 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 615 kg more than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 | GTI |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
