1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 405 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
