1982 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1982 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4.
Because 1967 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 1967 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1967 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |