2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1961 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1961 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Jazz | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
