1959 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 52 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1218 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 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Minor | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | Jazz |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |