1983 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Morgan 4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |