2009 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1956 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 543 kg more than 1956 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 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 1956 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1956 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 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 | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |