2009 Honda Fit vs. 1991 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 541 kg more than 1991 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1991 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 1991 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 1991 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1991 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Fit | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |