2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 398 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Jazz | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 650 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 |