1962 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 412 kg more than 1962 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight, 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 Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Morris Minor | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Morris | Honda |
Model | Minor | Insight |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |