2009 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 54 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 772 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Civic | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
