1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | 220 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
