1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
