1990 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 144 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |