1992 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Civic weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |