1975 Honda Z vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda Z, 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Z | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Z | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |