1987 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1987 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 770 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend, 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 1987 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Legend | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Legend | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |