2003 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 157 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
