1973 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
