1996 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
