1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1800 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 | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
