1996 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 112 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 122 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4.
Because 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |