1970 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Morris Minor weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Minor | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Minor | Today |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
