1997 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 715 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |