1980 Morgan 4 vs. 1966 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1980 Morgan 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1980 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, 1966 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Morgan 4 | 1966 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Morgan | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 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 | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
