1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | HR-V | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
