1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2006 Holden Cruze is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden Cruze weights approximately 160 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Morgan | Holden |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
