1968 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 710 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1968 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morgan 4 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
Model | 4 | Citi |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |