2001 Honda Life vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Life | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
