2000 Honda Insight vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 190 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Insight | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
