2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 639 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira, 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Holden | Morgan |
| Model | Zafira | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
