1994 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Saab Sonett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab Sonett. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Morgan | Saab |
| Model | Plus 4 | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
