1999 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
