1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
