1967 Morgan 4 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4.
Because 1967 Morgan 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 1967 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1967 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morgan 4 | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
