2004 Honda Civic vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 332 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |