1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 48 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, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 307 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Fit |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
