1990 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan Plus 4 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 22 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 2013 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, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Morgan | Honda |
Model | Plus 4 | Fit |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 920 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |