1960 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 522 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | Civic |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |