1990 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 118 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 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 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |