2000 Honda Insight vs. 1986 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Insight weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4.
Because 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Morgan 4 (133 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1986 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1986 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1986 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 | 1986 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Insight | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 133 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 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 |