2007 Morgan 44 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan 44 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44.
Because 2007 Morgan 44 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 2007 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Morgan 44 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
