1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Morgan 4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1993 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | 1300 | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |