1967 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 31 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 571 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, 2008 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morgan 4 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
