1973 Honda Civic vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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 Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Honda | Morris |
Model | Civic | Minor |
Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2190 mm |