2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 198 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1953 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Jazz | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
