1990 Honda Legend vs. 1973 Morris 1800
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1973 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Legend | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
