1959 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | CR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |