1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
