1969 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo, 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morgan 4 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 4 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2642 mm |
