1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Shuttle | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |