1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Morgan 4
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Prelude weights approximately 315 kg more than 1967 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Prelude, 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1967 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Prelude | 4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
