2008 Honda Stream vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 434 kg more than 1961 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Stream | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
