1998 Honda Today vs. 1979 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Today weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Morgan 4.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1979 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Today | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
