1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1968 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 28 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1968 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 670 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, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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 S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1968 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | S-MX | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |