1956 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 680 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Minor | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2640 mm |
