2007 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
