2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan 4 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4.
Because 1992 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 1992 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1992 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Jazz | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
