1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | 1300 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
