1972 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 18 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), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan 4 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |