1994 Morgan 4 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan 4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Morgan 4 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | 4 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |