2001 Acura Integra vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 813 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morgan Plus 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 1953 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | Integra | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
