2000 Honda Civic vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 1954 Morgan Plus 4 (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |