2000 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Morgan 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 1980 Morgan 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
