2006 Honda Insight vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Insight | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |