1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | 1300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1794 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 Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
