1952 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 48 kg more than 1952 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Morgan Plus 4 | 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
