1996 Honda CRX vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | CRX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
