2001 Honda Z vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Z weights approximately 198 kg more than 1956 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Z | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
