1994 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 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 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 2005 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | CRX | 44 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
