2009 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1961 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 781 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1961 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
