1995 Honda CRX vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda CRX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | CRX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
