1956 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 Morris Minor (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Morris Minor | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | Life |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2370 mm |