1957 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Morris Minor | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | S-MX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |