2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 693 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Pilot | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
