1972 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Morgan 4
To start off, 1981 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Morgan 4.
Because 1981 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 1981 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, 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, 1981 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1981 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
