1959 Morgan 4 vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 (34 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morgan 4 | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
Model | 4 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |