1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 337 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
