2006 Honda Accord vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |