1966 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 803 kg more than 1966 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris Minor | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Minor | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
