1952 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 273 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Morris Minor 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | Jazz |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2500 mm |