2003 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 820 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |