1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 417 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
