2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 597 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | HR-V | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
