1998 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1971 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |