1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 882 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morgan 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Shuttle | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |