1953 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 758 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Minor | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | CR-V |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2619 mm |