1973 Morgan 4 vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Volvo 120 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Morgan 4 | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | 4 | 120 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |