1960 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 231 kg more than 1960 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | Plus 4 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
