1979 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 27 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), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Accord | 44 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
