1957 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1988 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Honda Integra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Integra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Integra, 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, 1957 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morgan Plus 4 | 1988 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | Plus 4 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
