2005 Honda Insight vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Insight weights approximately 174 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4.
Because 1976 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 1976 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Insight | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |