1997 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 329 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1997 Morgan Plus 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 1997 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | Plus 4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
