1979 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |