1973 Honda Life vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Morgan 4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, 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, 1977 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1977 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Life | 4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |