1973 Morgan 4 vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Integra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra, 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, 1987 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morgan 4 | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
