1961 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Morris Minor | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Minor | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2204 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
