1982 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Morgan 4
To start off, 1985 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Morgan 4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Morgan 4 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 825 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 |